Ex- Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone controversially came out to Vladimir Putin’s defence last week, following the Russian leader’s invasion of neighbouring Ukraine.
However, this isn’t the first time Ecclestone has spoken highly of President Putin, with the pair sharing a friendship that has spanned over a number of years.
Putin has been slammed across the world after declaring war on neighbouring Ukraine last week, however Ecclestone still spoke highly of the Russian leader.
